Lab Technician

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection. With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success. As a **Lab Technician** in **Rochester, NY**, you will play a vital role in supporting laboratory operations that ensure product quality, safety, and innovation. You will contribute to the success of our business by delivering accurate analytical results, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining high standards of laboratory excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact manufacturing efficiency and customer satisfaction while supporting Arxada’s continued growth. **Essential Job Functions:** * Perform routine and non-routine laboratory analyses on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products * Maintain accurate and detailed records of test results in compliance with internal and regulatory standards * Operate and maintain laboratory instruments, ensuring calibration and proper functioning * Support quality control processes by identifying deviations and collaborating on root cause investigations * Follow all safety, health, and environmental procedures, fostering a culture of safe laboratory practices * Collaborate with production, quality, and R&D teams to support continuous improvement initiatives * Prepare reagents, standards, and samples in accordance with established methods * Contribute to maintaining laboratory organization, cleanliness, and compliance with audit requirements **Qualifications & Experience:** * Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field * Previous laboratory experience in a manufacturing, chemical, or quality control environment is preferred * Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate and reliable data * Familiarity with standard laboratory techniques and analytical instrumentation * Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and communicate effectively * Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement * Basic computer skills and experience with laboratory data systems or documentation tools **Benefits & Conditions:** The expected salary range for this role is **$20.00-$25.00 hourly**, but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. This role is also eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave. **Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:**  * **Microbial Control Solutions (MCS)** focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection. * **Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE)**, meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications. _Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law._ US06